The rise of the Bow Street Runners marks the beginning of more organized policing. It's a nightmare for criminals. It's not an end to crime. Spoils can travel and coin is anonymous.
We are left wondering what illegal enterprise Princess Amelia has in mind. For now it's good she's not the law.
They are fleeing into an uncertain future.
"But I find I have lost my appetite for games where the reflections outshine the cards."
My taste for justice is stronger than Edward's. The riposte wouldn't be enough.
The attack from the soldiers has strick Jonas mentally as well. Now it's Edward's turn to be the strong one.
At least Jared has been somewhat honest. Not admitting he had been with the raiders may come back to bite him in the ass.
They've already noticed each other and temptation is rising.
Edward and Jonas are starting a rhythm now they have a goal beyond day to day survival. With support from Jonas, Edward ie controlling his addiction and making money for now.
They also still have an empty bunkhouse. There's always the chance the pair they helped on the road might show up. Even with four helping, there will be a pile of work to do.
They will be nearly self sufficient right off. So far they only need some staples like the flour, some bacon, and spices. They'll need some oats for the horses, but little else. As I am seeing it now, this will be a paying concern within the first year.
You're tricky, Gary. I was expecting some beehives, but we got plenty of honey, both real and talk. They have orchards for fruit and nuts. This place is bountiful.
You hiding a gold mine somewhere too??